Manchester and London-based PR Agency One has been appointed by Bristol-headquartered tech-for-good platform, Neighbourly, to provide retained PR and communications services following a competitive pitch.

Neighbourly’s platform connects businesses with local good causes, making it easy for companies and their employees to deliver meaningful support through volunteering, financial donations and surplus redistribution directly into the heart of local communities.

The platform already powers the social value programmes of some of the UK’s leading brands including M&S, ALDI, B&Q, Microsoft, Hays and Sainsbury’s, while providing detailed reporting to demonstrate the real-world impact of their respective campaigns.

PR Agency One will further raise the profile of Neighbourly in key sectors, showcasing the company’s role at the forefront of the ESG and social value agenda. The agency will deliver a blend of creative campaigns and ongoing press office activity across the UK.

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Stephen Sanders, associate director at PR Agency One, said: “Neighbourly is a brilliant example of the ingenious tech-enabled solutions that the British economy is so good at producing. The team combines sharp business sense with a genuine commitment to social impact, making it an inspiring client to represent. We look forward to amplifying their story and helping them demonstrate the positive difference they make every day.”

Steve Butterworth, CEO of Neighbourly, said: “We were impressed by PR Agency One’s track record in building visibility for organisations with a strong social purpose. Their blend of creativity and rigorous measurement will be invaluable as we continue to scale our impact and help more businesses deliver meaningful support to the communities that need it most.”

The PR Agency One team for Neighbourly will be Stephen Sanders, associate director, Emily McGowan-Phoenix, account director, Lizzie Johnston, account manager, Megan Broadway, account executive, and Zara Alansari, account executive.  

PR Agency One is a multi-award-winning communications consultancy specialising in creative, effectiveness and measurable outcomes. Its team of sector specialists spans finance, technology, retail & FMCG, built environment, and healthcare, fusing classic media relations with modern, integrated delivery across SEO, social media, and digital platforms. The agency also oversees OneEval Brand Lite, its proprietary tool for analysing brand visibility, sentiment and media representation across earned and shared channels.